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How to set the time in a Mini Cooper?

Model: Mini Mini R56, R57, R55 - Years: 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014
Part: Clock

Video tutorial

In this tutorial, you will see how to set the time in a Mini Cooper, a very simple operation to perform, for example, after having a flat battery. First, enter the vehicle and close all doors, then start the engine and repeatedly press the "BC" button until you reach the "SET/INFO" screen.

Once done, hold down the same button, scroll through the various options again, and reach the icon depicting a clock. At this point, you can proceed with adjusting the time and saving the setting, always using the "BC" button.


Updated on 10 June 2026 by ScegliAuto


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